All you have to do is answer a survey where you can answer your clothing sizes, styles, and preferences in detail, and the professionalist stylist takes care of the rest! When the box of items arrive at your house, it includes a personalized note that tells you what pieces they chose for you and how you can style them. It'll allow you to explore various designs, brands, and looks you may not choose yourself but still suits your taste!

What's so awesome about this service is that you can pick out the items you ended up loving to purchase and easily send back the rest. I was a bit afraid that the clothing weren't going to fit well since I sometimes struggle finding the right sizes for my body type in the US, but surprisingly, most of the items fit like a glove because I entered all the details in the survey!

There were items in the boxes that I personally wouldn't have picked out if I were shopping at the store, but when I actually put it on myself, I ended up loving it! You get to do all of this at the comfort of your own home, so you can take your time coordinating different pieces together that you may already have in your closet and then choose your absolute faves to keep. I think there's really no better way to discover new trends and styles especially if you're a really busy person or have trouble choosing new pieces of clothing to add to your wardrobe!

Trying this service out made me want to be more adventurous with my fashion picks. If you missed the TV episode, you can still check it out HERE! I hope you try these awesome online delivery services out yourself as well! :)

Times fliesーMarch is here! New York City has gotten a lot warmer, and I'm so glad the freezing days of snow are (hopefully) finally over. In today's TV episode, I'll be sharing with you various events held in New York City and LA in March. Some of them are completely new while some of them may be familiar to you. I don't want to spoil everything, so I will share two of my faves here. :)

One of them is called a "Cat Camp" which is going to be held for the first time in New York City! Here, you'll get to listen to guest speakers and panelists about how to take care of adopted cats as well as tips on how to create a comfortable and happy home for these furry friends. There will also be a place for you to interact and play with the cats that are available for adoption, so it will be a wonderful way to meet a new family member.<3

Another one I would totally attend if I lived still lived in LA would be "Art Night Pasedena." You can begin your own journey at any of the 18 participating cultural institutions, and what's awesome is that there are free shuttles that will directly take you there. :D You can celebrate and welcome Spring in an outdoor garden-like setting, and at night, you'll be able to enjoy fabric and light installations! Others include anime art, Far Eastern music, and eclectic treats that would be wonderful to experience with friends and family!

Happy New Year!! I hope everyone's 2017 is off to a fabulous start. :)明けましておめでとうございます！今年もどうぞ宜しくお願い致します。

As I shared on my social media, I recently visited Hawaii to film for a New Year's Special TV documentary that was focused on my upbringing and "roots." The last time I went to Hawaii was when I just turned three years old with my mother, father, brother, and grandmother. (Never did I think I would revisit for TV filming!) When you think of Hawaii, the first thing that comes to mind would probably be the beach, delicious food, etc. (which I was looking forward to very much), however, that wasn't the main reason why I visited. I flew to the island to rediscover my "roots" by interacting with Japanese Americans living in Hawaii.

First off, getting to Hawaii was quite a journey. My original flight had aircraft issues they couldn't solve after boarding us all, so I ended up having to take off 15 hours later than planned. I was worried this entire filming wasn't going to happen, but thankfully, I was able to get to Hawaii in the end. *phew* Everything we had planned had to be entirely rescheduled, but I was very thankful that everyone I encountered during this journey and the crew was incredibly understanding and kind enough to make last minute adjustments in order to film for this. My body was extremely exhausted after the long delay/flight + jetlag, but once I landed, I got ready and went straight into filming at Waikiki Beach. Luckily, the sun was shining bright this day (even though the forecast said it was going to rain all week!), and I instantly felt energized. I felt very grateful to be welcomed by wonderful people and weather, and today, I'd like to share my experiences through this blog post.

I was expecting Hawaii to be very warm, but it was quite cold and VERY windy!!ハワイは一年中とっても暑いイメージがあったのですが、この日のビーチはすご〜く風が強くて意外と寒かったです!! でもやっぱり景色はため息が出るほど美しく、海を眺めているだけで癒されました。

I had the wonderful opportunity of learning hula from Kumu Blaine Kamalani Kia and the Women of Halau Ka Waikahe Lani Malie! It was my very first time doing hula, so they showed me the moves and taught me the meaning behind each movement. I strongly felt that dance (in all forms and genres) is truly a language of its own with no words necessary. After this, I continued filming by visiting several shops (such as International Marketplace and ABC Stores) to find the perfect souvenirs and a beauty mask that you can only get in Hawaii. :D

The next day, I met Mr. Lloyd Kawakami of the famous (and oldest) family-owned Hawaiian aloha wear, 'IOLANI. Lloyd-san's grandfather immigrated to Hawaii back in the day as an issei (first generation Japanese), and Lloyd-san's father began the 'IOLANI brand. I was so surprised to find out that the famous aloha shirt was first created from a Japanese kimono and that it was created by Japanese people! The photo above was taken on day two when we returned to Waikiki Beach to film around sunset hour. I never get to really experience the calming sound of waves and relaxation in New York City, so I instantly felt my mind and body feel so refreshed.

Living in a very busy, fast-paced environment in NYC doesn't really allow me enough time to sit down and think about my identity and roots... However, I got to visit the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii for the first time. I must say I was in absolute shock when I read the heartbreaking words and saw countless photos of Hawaii's history. (I will refrain from posting too many photos here because I would truly like every person who visits Hawaii to experience it themselves in person.) It was an extremely eye-opening experience to discover the unimaginable hardships the isseis and niseis went through (first and second generation Japanese), and they are the reason why the people of Hawaii and Japanese Americans can live proudly today.

After having the tour with Lloyd-san, we sat down and spoke for nearly an entire hour regarding the history of Japanese Americans and our dreams. Hearing Lloyd-san's heartfelt words really made me realize that we cannot take it for granted and must never forget the true heroes that fought for our generation and on.

I also met the most adorable local girls in Hawaii. They mentioned that they have never been to Japan but cherish Japan and the culture very much. I was so touched by how pure their hearts were and how connected they were with their own culture despite being so far away.そして今回の旅で出会った小さな女の子たち。彼女たちは日系５世。日本に行った事がないと話していたのに、ものすごく可愛い笑顔で「日本の文化が大好き！」と言っていたのがとても印象的で、もしかしたら日本に住んでいる同じ歳の子供達よりも日本を愛しているのでは？と思えるくらいでした。

On my last day in Hawaii, I woke up at 3:00am so we could go see the sunrise at the beach in Hawaii. (It is a Japanese tradition to see the sunrise for New Year's, so it was perfect for this.) Unfortunately, the forecast said it was going to rain, so it was very dark, gloomy, and windy as ever when we were heading there. I was unable to see the beautiful sunrise in Hawaii, however, after I finished speaking about my feelings looking back on this journey, the sunshine miraculously peaked through the clouds! It was only for a short moment, but I felt like the sun came out to show me the beauty of Hawaii one last time. I could not be more thankful to each and every person I encountered in Hawaii, and for treating me like we have been friends since long ago. Although it was a very short and sweet trip, it was one I'll never forget. I was gifted with lots of love, kindness, and inspiration.... and the glimpse of sunshine I saw on the very last morning was the perfect way to end this journey in Hawaii. :)

The jolly holiday season is here!New York City is most well-known for places like Rockefeller Center and Radio City Music Hall during this time of the year. Apparently this year's tree (pictured below) is the 2nd highest one in history! :)

Here are some of the special ornaments they have! As you can see, there are Christmas ornaments of all kinds of people and jobs including policemen, firefighters, nurses, dentists... the list goes on! This is only a tiny selection, so you can certainly find something for everyone.

こちらは職業別のオーナメント！普通のオーナメントと違って、自分との繋がりを感じられるオーナメントをギフトとしてもらったら嬉しいですよね。

I got to personalize my own family ornament as well! :) They have a wide variety of options and designs, so you can select your fave according to how many people you have in your family, gender, age, etc.

White polar bears living in the Arctic!All the life-size dolls and polar bears were moving as well!

こちらは北極のクリスマスシーン✨サイズも大きくて、迫力のある白クマ！

Here are adorable Santas gathered together enjoying their time!If you look really closely, the Christmas tree is pizza ornaments on it.They're drinking coke, and it reminds you of a scene in a nostalgic storybook. :)

If you're in the NYC area, I highly recommend you to go check it out in real life because everything's phenomenal! You'll certainly be able to find some awesome gifts and get great photos here. In case you missed the TV airing, you can watch the full episode online to see everything in action. Please have a wonderful Christmas and New Year!! :) xoxo

* UPDATE *The TV episode on NY and LA events for the month of November aired on 11/01!If you missed it, you can also watch it online HERE! This episode is in Japanese, but please refer to the list below for all the details on the events mentioned. It's getting cold outside, but I hope you keep yourself nice and warm and enjoy these festive events! :)

New York has become quite chilly, but that also means it's time for Halloween and the holiday season! :D Yesterday, I had TV filming and narrating for introducing exciting upcoming events in New York and LA!

Below is one of the locations we filmed atーRockefeller Center! This is where tourists gather from all around the world to enjoy the holiday season in NYC. It was very windy and cold, but I got through the shoot with my fluffy faux fur coat and heat-technology innerwear. As you can see, the ice skating rink is complete as well! I can't wait to find out how the world's most famous Christmas tree is going to turn out this year!

ロケ先はこちら！ニューヨークのホリデーシーズンといえば観光客が世界中から集まるここ、Rockefeller Center✨

撮影当日は風も強く、とても寒かったので暖かいコートとヒート系インナーで頑張りました。(><)

ご覧のように、スケートリンクも既に完成!!

Rockefellerの世界一有名なクリスマスツリー、今年はどの様にディスプレイされるのでしょうか？

Rewinding back one month... The most famous event in November would certainly be the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade! This year will mark it's 90th parade, so I'm sure it's going to be a very grand and memorable one! :)

As I've mentioned, I will also be sharing events happening in LA that you should certainly check out! They will range from active outdoor events to relaxing ones that'll be perfect to spend quality time with your friends and family. I won't write too much here since I don't want to spoil everything... so please stay tuned for the TV airing/online episode to come out at the beginning of November! :)